The 8070 Ramzan Relief Package (Nigehban Program) 2026 is a government initiative launched by the Government of Punjab to provide financial assistance and food security to deserving, low-income families during the holy month of Ramadan.
| Feature | Details |
| Financial Support | Rs. 10,000 (one-time cash assistance) |
| Ration Support | Free ration bags (Flour, Sugar, Ghee, Rice, Pulses) |
| Primary SMS Code | 8070 |
| Official Portal | pser.punjab.gov.pk |
| Target Audience | Low-income residents of Punjab |
How to Check Your Eligibility
You can verify your status quickly from home without needing to visit an office:
- Via SMS (Fastest Method):
- Open your mobile messaging app.
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (ensure there are no dashes or spaces).
- Send the message to 8070.
- You will receive a reply indicating your eligibility status.
- Via Online Portal:
- Visit the official Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) portal.
- Register or log in using your CNIC and mobile number to check your family’s status.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the 2026 program, households generally need to meet the following conditions:
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Punjab (verified via CNIC).
- Income Limit: Total monthly household income should be less than Rs. 60,000.
- Poverty Score: A Poverty Means Test (PMT) score below 32, as recorded in the BISP or PSER database.
- Assets/Employment: Applicants should not own a registered car (motorcycles are generally allowed) or more than 2 acres of agricultural land. High-grade government employees and high-income tax filers are excluded.
Important Safety Instructions
- Registration is 100% Free: The government does not charge any fee for registration or SMS services. If anyone asks you for money, a “processing fee,” or bank PIN/OTP, it is a scam. Report such incidents to the Punjab Social Protection helpline at 0800-02345.
- Use Official Channels: Only trust communications from the official SMS code 8070 or websites ending in
.gop.pkor.gov.pk. - Biometric Verification: If you are selected, you will be notified about receiving your aid. Cash is typically disbursed through direct bank transfers, ATMs (using a Nigehban Card), or authorized biometric agents. Always carry your original CNIC when collecting your aid.
If your status shows as “Not Found” or “Under Verification,” you can visit your nearest Union Council office or a PSER facilitation center to complete a “Dynamic Survey” to update your household information.